Texas hosts Texas State for college football season opener in Austin

The No. 5 Texas Longhorns open their 2026 college football season against the Texas State Bobcats on Saturday, September 5. The game takes place at DKR Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin with a scheduled kickoff time of 2:30 p.m. CDT. Texas enters the matchup as a 30-point favorite, looking to begin the season with a victory as part of a campaign featuring championship-level goals. The Texas State offense, guided by coach G.J. Kinne, features quarterback Brad Jackson alongside receivers Beau Sparks and Chris Dawn. Fans can watch the game via a national broadcast on ESPN, with several streaming platforms offering access for viewers without cable. The contest serves as a primary test of the Texas roster’s readiness for the upcoming schedule.

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